Day: November 29, 2017

It’s crucial that you check your home guttering systems regularly because they do not last forever. Gutters made of aluminum or galvanized steel last for around two decades. Copper gutters last for around half a century.

There are other factors that can affect that can reduce the life of your gutter. Some of these factors include fallen tree limbs and damage from ladders. Do you know when your gutters were installed? This can help know when to replace your gutters.

Do not replace a good gutter because it has a few blemishes. “By the way, most companies may recommend replacing your gutter, even though it is not necessary.” said Ricardo Styles with Virginia Beach Gutters, a full service gutter company serving Hampton Roads area of Virginia. Ricardo believes that it’s because they want to charge you more money for unnecessary labor.

The following are a few signs that can help you know when to replace your gutter:

Cracks, Holes, or Rust Spots

Check if your gutter has holes, cracks, or rust spots. Use a sealant to fix some of these holes and cracks. However, if there are several holes, cracks, or rust spots, replace your gutters.

Broken Fasteners

Replace a gutter that has several broken fasteners. Fasteners hold a gutter to the roof. They keep the gutter level. It is easy to repair a few fasteners. However, the problem may persist. If this happens, replace your gutters.

Nails and Screws

Check if there are screws and nails on the ground. Screws and nails that hold the gutter get loose after some time. It is easy to replace the nails and screws. You may replace them, but they keep getting loose. If this happens regularly, it is time for new gutters.

Separated Gutters

Guttering systems work properly when they are fastened together. The gutters are fastened in a continuous channel. However, they separate from each as they get old. If the gutters keep separating from another regularly, replace them.

Fascia Problems

Replace the gutters when they pull away from your roof. Hammer in the fasteners properly, but if you notice a space between your gutters and your roofline, know that the fascia boards are starting to rot. You can only fix the fascia problems by replacing the gutters.

Sagging Gutters

Check for improperly-pitched gutters or sagging gutters. Water spills over if a proper pitch was not maintained along the gutter system. Replace your gutter system if you cannot fix this problem.

Dirt Channels

When it rains, you may notice dirt channels or pooling water. What does this mean? It means that water is spilling over your gutters. You can correct this problem, but it is better to replace the gutter, especially if the problem persists.

Eroded Landscaping

Making a landscaping look good is hard. It is time-consuming. And it costs a lot of money. However, malfunctioning gutters can erode your landscaping. This can cost you a lot of money, especially if it happens regularly. It is better to replace your gutter if you want to avoid further damages to landscaping.

Flooded Basements

Water that overflows from the gutters can leak into your basements. The water can cause costly damage. When you are repairing the basement, you should consider replacing your gutters.

You now know when a gutter replacement is the only option. If you don’t replace your gutter at the right time, it can lead to serious damages. Repairing these damages cost a lot of money.…